Birds

Samoan Island-Thrush

Samoan Island-Thrush

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The Samoan Thrush (*Turdus samoensis*) is an endemic form of Island Thrush restricted to the islands of Samoa. It is a medium-sized, dark thrush, often with a yellow bill, adapted to the specific montane forests of this archipelago.
Where to spot
Confined to the montane forests of the main islands of Samoa, including Savai'i and Upolu. It prefers dense, humid upland forests.
How to spot
Search for its dark plumage and general thrush shape. It can be secretive, foraging on the ground or in low shrubs. Listening for its characteristic calls and song is often the best way to locate it.
When to spot
Resident throughout the year. Like many island thrushes, it is most active in the early morning and late afternoon. Breeding may occur during local wet seasons.
Its isolated presence in the Samoan archipelago contributes to the unique avifauna of these Pacific islands, shaped by long periods of evolution in isolation.
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